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Red Dog Squadron Closes greedy 1/29, 2011
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2011


Five people struggle with greed, hope, desire and integrity in the wake of an emailed plea for money that promises big returns.

Jay-Z, Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith et al. form New Production Company; ANNIE Remake Starring Willow Smith Among Projects Discussed
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 26, 2011


Overbrook Entertainment partners James Lassiter, Ken Stovitz, Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith have formed a joint venture with Shawn 'JAY-Z' Carter to develop and produce major motion pictures. One of the projects being discussed is the re-imagination of the classic Broadway musical ANNIE as a vehicle for Willow Smith to star. The film will be developed with Sony Pictures Entertainment and produced by Overbrook Entertainment and Mr. Carter.

Clint Eastwood to Direct A STAR IS BORN Remake with Beyonce
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 20, 2011


According to Deadline.com, Clint Eastwood is set to direct and produce an upcoming remake of A STAR IS BORN. Will Fetters will pen the screen play, while Billy Gerber and Jon Peters will produce the film. A fourth version of the classic film has been talked about for quite a while. names that have been associated with the project in the past include Beyoncé and Will Smith.

Will Smith to Helm ANNIE Movie Remake Starring Daughter Willow?
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 19, 2011


According to a report by Variety, Will Smith and Sony are looking into the possibility of creating a movie remake of ANNIE, starring none other than daughter Willow in the title role. 'Whip My Hair' collaborator Jay-Z is currently in talks to join the project. Additional details on the film have not yet been released.

Romeo and Juliet Comes To The Whole Backstage
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 17, 2011


Fall in love again with Shakespeare's timeless story of young passions and feuding families as the star-crossed lovers of Romeo and Juliet are brought to the Whole Backstage in a magnificent, traditional setting.

Ben Vereen to Release Live Recording with Sh-K-Boom, 2/15
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 3, 2011


Broadway's Ben Vereen will release a new live album entitled, 'Steppin' Out With Ben Vereen' on February 15. To be released with Sh-K-Boom Records, the album features Vereen's July 2010 performance at Hartford Stage.

Photo Flash: Red Dog Squadron's GREEDY, 1/8-29
by BWW Photo Special - Dec 20, 2010


Five people struggle with greed, hope, desire and integrity in the wake of an emailed plea for money that promises big returns. Is it a scam or a golden opportunity? RED DOG SQUADRON presents the West Coast premiere of greedy by Karl Gajdusek. RED DOG SQUADRON co-artistic director James Roday directs a cast that includes Amanda Detmer, Kurt Fuller, Peter Mackenzie, Ivana Milicevic, Brad Raider and Roday's co-star on the USA series psych, Maggie Lawson. The limited four-week engagement takes place at the El Centro Theatre, January 8-29.

Ailey Extension Holds Hip-Hop Workshop, 12/17-18
by BWW News Desk - Dec 17, 2010


The Ailey Extension presents a two-day Hip Hop and House intensive workshop at The Ailey Studios celebrating the 21st anniversary of Motivated On Precision Toward Outstanding Performance (MOPTOP), the popular dance group formed in the early 1990s. Dancers from Elite Force & Dance Fusion - including Link, Marjory, Buddha Stretch, Caleaf, Tony McGregor, Sekou, Tweetie, Hiro, Bobby Mileage and Ejoe - will lead aspiring dancers in specialized classes on December 17 - 18, culminating in a performance showcase with workshop participants and a panel discussion with the artists on December 18th at 8pm.

Rosario Dawson, Angie Harmon to Announce SAG Awards Nominees, 12/16
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2010


Rosario Dawson, currently starring opposite Denzel Washington in the action thriller 'Unstoppable,' and Angie Harmon, star of TNT's hit series 'Rizzoli & Isles,' will announce the nominees for the 17th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, Executive Producer Jeff Margolis announced today. SAG Awards Committee Chair JoBeth Williams will introduce Harmon and Dawson.

Rosario Dawson, Angie Harmon to Announce SAG Awards Nominees, 12/16
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 13, 2010


Rosario Dawson, currently starring opposite Denzel Washington in the action thriller 'Unstoppable,' and Angie Harmon, star of TNT's hit series 'Rizzoli & Isles,' will announce the nominees for the 17th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, Executive Producer Jeff Margolis announced today. SAG Awards Committee Chair JoBeth Williams will introduce Harmon and Dawson.

Ailey Extension Holds Hip-Hop Workshop, 12/17-18
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 10, 2010


The Ailey Extension presents a two-day Hip Hop and House intensive workshop at The Ailey Studios celebrating the 21st anniversary of Motivated On Precision Toward Outstanding Performance (MOPTOP), the popular dance group formed in the early 1990s. Dancers from Elite Force & Dance Fusion - including Link, Marjory, Buddha Stretch, Caleaf, Tony McGregor, Sekou, Tweetie, Hiro, Bobby Mileage and Ejoe - will lead aspiring dancers in specialized classes on December 17 - 18, culminating in a performance showcase with workshop participants and a panel discussion with the artists on December 18th at 8pm.

Red Dog Squadron Presents greedy 1/8-29, 2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 6, 2010


Five people struggle with greed, hope, desire and integrity in the wake of an emailed plea for money that promises big returns.

Swift, Lynch, Smith et al. Honored by EW's 'Entertainers of the Year'
by Lauren Wolman - Dec 4, 2010


'Entertainment Weekly' has published its 2010 'Entertainers of the Year' issue.

National Operetta Theatre Ion Dacian Presents Musical Theatre in the USA Conference
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2010


The conference entitled "Musical Theatre in the USA: American Musical Elements - From Page to Stage" will take place within the International Festival for Musical Performing Arts "Life is Beautiful" in Bucharest, Romania.

National Operetta Theatre Ion Dacian Presents Musical Theatre in the USA Conference
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 8, 2010


The conference entitled "Musical Theatre in the USA: American Musical Elements - From Page to Stage" will take place within the International Festival for Musical Performing Arts "Life is Beautiful" in Bucharest, Romania.

HOUSE OF GLAM Preview: November 5 on Oxygen
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2010


It's New York Fashion Week and the stylists of 'House of Glam' might not be glam enough on this week's all-new episode on Friday, November 5, at 7pm ET/PT on Oxygen.

HOUSE OF GLAM Preview: November 5 on Oxygen
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 2, 2010


It's New York Fashion Week and the stylists of 'House of Glam' might not be glam enough on this week's all-new episode on Friday, November 5, at 7pm ET/PT on Oxygen.

It's Official: Rock, Cannavale to Lead THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT on Broadway in 2011
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 22, 2010


THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT by Stephen Adly Guirgis will make its world premiere on Broadway starring Bobby Cannavale, Chris Rock, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Annabella Sciorra and Yul Vázquez. Directed by Anna D. Shapiro, the production will open on Monday, April 11, 2011 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street, New York City). The strictly limited 14-week engagement will begin previews on Tuesday, March 22, 2011.

Anchor Bay Films to Release Unrated Remake Of I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE 10/8
by BWW News Desk - Oct 8, 2010


Anchor Bay Films will release an unrated version of Steven R. Monroe's new take on Meir Zarchi's controversial classic, I Spit On Your Grave, October 8, 2010 beginning with late-night sneaks on Thursday, October 7 in select locations.

The Karate Kid Arrives on Blu-ray, DVD and Blu-ray Combo Pack 10/5
by BWW News Desk - Oct 5, 2010


The knock-out movie of the summer, The Karate Kid, arrives on DVD, Blu-rayTM and a Blu-ray Combo Pack (which will have 3 ways to watch the movie - on Blu-ray, DVD & digital copy - a great value!) October 5th from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

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